Vegan Sahnesauce
Creamy, indulgent, and entirely plant-based, this Vegan Sahnesauce is a game-changer for dairy-free cooking! Made with a base of soaked raw cashews and enhanced with nutritional yeast, garlic, onion powder, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this sauce delivers a rich, velvety texture and savory flavor that pairs perfectly with pasta, roasted veggies, or as a luxuriously creamy topping for your favorite dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes with simple ingredients, it’s a quick, healthy alternative to traditional cream sauces without compromising on taste. Whether you're vegan or simply seeking a wholesome, dairy-free option, this versatile recipe is sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Place the 1 cup of raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes to soften.
Drain the cashews and add them to a blender along with 1.5 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Blend all the ingredients for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. If needed, stop the blender and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well combined.
In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Pour the blended cashew mixture into the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.
Serve the vegan sahnesauce warm over your favorite pasta, grilled vegetables, or as a creamy topping for a variety of dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 293 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
